Remote Electrical Engineer, Critical Power & Automation

Caterpillar; Jackson (MS); Remote; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Phone allowance included (if listed)

Company vehicle provided

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off (Vacation, Holidays, etc

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a qualified engineer to join the Electric Power Division, delivering automation and control solutions for generator paralleling systems. You will work independently and with teams to execute retrofit and new projects from concept to commissioning.

Responsibilities include designing, programming, testing, and commissioning controls, converting legacy PLCs, and developing HMI applications. Collaboration with CAD and field teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 2 years experience with degree or 4 years without a degree.
• Willingness to travel 35-50% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background, drug, and medical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Identify retrofit opportunities with Dealer and Factory teams.
• Design, programming, testing, and commissioning of low- and medium-voltage generator paralleling control systems.
• Convert legacy PLC programs to current platforms and validate performance.
• Develop and modify PLC and HMI applications using standard templates.
• Partner with CAD designers to produce wiring and assembly drawings.
• Perform technical risk assessment and support field performance of projects.
• Provide technical support to AES Sales and Product Support Center teams.
• Submit project documentation, reports, and expenses promptly.
• Train and support technicians, customers, and internal teams on maintenance and operation.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Electrical schematics

Power systems knowledge

HMI experience

Technical risk assessment

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Modicon/Schneider PLC

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

GEM PLC

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking a qualified engineer to join the Electric Power Division, delivering automation and control solutions for generator paralleling systems. You will work independently and with teams to execute retrofit and new projects from concept to commissioning.

Responsibilities include designing, programming, testing, and commissioning controls, converting legacy PLCs, and developing HMI applications. Collaboration with CAD and field teams is essential.